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A local business on the Heathway, Dagenham has partnered with Barking and Dagenham Council to address ongoing fly-tipping issues on a service road located behind their premises.
A Chelmsford business has been found guilty at court for failing to provide the details of the driver of their company vehicle who was caught littering in Dagenham.
A local hall in Chadwell Heath that has stood empty for 15 years will now be converted into a youth centre thanks to funding from the Government’s Youth Investment Fund.
Residents of Barking and Dagenham are being warned about doorstep traders and to not be caught by something that sounds too good to be true (it probably is).
In its effort to support residents through the cost-of-living crisis, Barking and Dagenham Council has announced that residents will soon be able to park in council-owned car parks for free for up to two hours - an increase from the current one hour stay.
Protecting residents by ensuring that local businesses are not selling illegal vapes or counterfeit tobacco is a key priority for Barking and Dagenham Council.
The quality of Barking and Dagenham parks have been given the thumbs up, as seven of the borough’s parks have won prestigious Green Flag Award - the nationally recognised standard for excellent parks.
Three businesses in Barking and Dagenham face being prosecuted after they were caught selling vapes to teenagers under 18 in planned operations between the east London council and the police.
The owner of a Silver Seat Leon has been ordered to pay a huge fine after they were caught dropping a cigarette on the floor by Barking and Dagenham Council Environmental Enforcement Officers.
Following persistent complaints from residents about anti-social behaviour and suspected subletting, Barking and Dagenham Council have been able to recover a 3-bed property which will now be offered to a family on the housing waiting list.
Barking and Dagenham Council is encouraging residents to pay their Council Tax by Direct Debit to save time, help manage their personal budgets and be in with a chance to win £1,000.
